8 Creative hacks and DIY ideas for crafty parents
In a world filled with digital distractions, it’s important for parents and their kids to find ways to bond and engage in activities that stimulate creativity. From DIY projects to imaginative play, there are countless ways to spark their creativity and spend quality time together. So, grab your art supplies and get ready to dive into the wonderful world of crafty pursuits alongside your little ones.
1. Bright outdoor paints
What you’ll need
- Broken chalks
- A plastic bag
- A hammer
- A cup
- Water
- Brushes
How to do it
- Put the broken chalks inside the bag and close it
- Grind them with the hammer
- Put the ground chalk in a cup and add water
- Stir with a brush and use
2. Rainbow marker
For this hack, you’ll need:
- Markers of different colors
How to do it
- Touch the tip of a yellow marker with a marker of a different color
- Let the yellow marker absorb some of the color
- Do the same with the rest of the markers
- Draw with the yellow marker and see all the different colors appear
3. Toy claw machine
What you’ll need
- An empty cereal box
- Scissors
- A color paper sheet
- A straw
- Transparent plastic
- Small toys and candies
How to do it
- Make vertical cuts to the bottom of the straw and wrap the rest with the paper sheet.
- Cut a window on the top of cereal box and a seal with the plastic
- Cut smaller window on the bottom of the box, leaving a tab open
- Decorate the box and put toys and candies inside. Use the straw as a claw to grab them.
4. Beach treasure hunt
For a fun day at the beach, hide some small treasures in the sand and then have your kids play pirates to hunt for them. Let them be surprised by their finds!
5. Reusable checklist board
What you’ll need
- A piece of cartonboard
- Transparent tape
- Markers
How to do it
- Draw the items to want to check on the cartonboard, and a square next to each one
- Cover the carton with tape
6. Colorful wind catcher
What you’ll need
- Post-its of several colors
- Thread and needle
How to do it
- Fold each post it by half and cut the shape of a leave from them
- Make some cuts on the edges of the leaves to give them movement
- Insert the leaves through a long thread using the needle.
7. Ice pops on the go
Take your ice pops with you and keep them from melting. Just put some ice cubes inside a thermal mug. Then, put your ice pop inside a plastic bag and inside the mug.
8. Inhouse farm
What you’ll need
- Starch
- Water
- Food colouring
- Soil
How to do it
- Pour the starch inside a container
- Add water and brown food colouring
- Stir until everything is mixed
- Add some soil and let your kids play